Johan Cruyff Arena, Football stadium in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The Johan Cruyff Arena features a retractable roof, natural grass field, and accommodates 54,990 spectators for football matches and 71,000 for concerts.
Originally named Amsterdam Arena, the stadium opened in 1996 with a match between Ajax and AC Milan, later renamed to honor footballer Johan Cruyff.
The stadium hosts both AFC Ajax home matches and Netherlands national team games, making it central to Dutch football tradition.
Located near Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA station, the venue includes multiple restaurants, conference facilities, and extensive parking areas for visitors.
The stadium operates with 4,200 solar panels and a battery system, enabling it to function as an energy-independent facility during events.
Location: Amsterdam
Inception: August 14, 1996
Architects: Rob Schuurman
Official opening: August 14, 1996
Capacity: 54990
Website: https://johancruijffarena.nl
GPS coordinates: 52.31417,4.94194
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:22
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